The River Valley Difference!!

River Valley Tang Soo Do Academy is a professional martial arts education center. We have committed ourselves to offering the highest quality of martial arts instruction while at the same time keeping the business side of the studio simple & straight forward. We thoroughly enjoy helping people realize the life long benefits of martial arts training. Here are a few things that separate us from other martial arts schools.

Are the Instructors Certified?

Are classes taught by an adult Black Belt who has had specific training in the correct teaching methodologies to optimize learning?

River Valley = Yes!

All classes are taught by Adult Black Belt Instructors who have completed at least one year of instructor training plus at least 4 years of martial arts training.

Other Schools =No

Many schools do not have a formal training program for instructors.

May I Take Unlimited Classes?

Are you unlimited in the number of classes per week you can take or which nights you are allowed to train?

River Valley = Yes!

Youth and Adult students can take as many classes per week as they like. This flexibility allows our students to work around their busy schedules.

Other Schools = No

Most schools limit students to two classes per week, and require students to train on specific nights.

Is There Free Enrollment?

An enrollment fee is usually charged to students for the “privilege” of starting their training.

River Valley = Yes!

There is no start up fee to begin training at our studio.

Other Schools = No

In addition to a monthly tuition payment, most schools require and upfront “enrollment” fee.

Can I Train Without A Long Term Contract?

Do students need do not sign a long term financial contract to start training?

River Valley = Yes!

Our teaching is our contract – we know if you value our teaching you will keep coming back. In fact for over 20 years we have never needed to have our students sign a contract.

Other Schools = No

Most schools require students to sign financial contracts which require students to pay even if they stop taking classes.

Will I Test Without Paying Extra Fees?

Our students are not charged additional fees each time they test for a new belt.

River Valley = Yes!

We do not charge an extra fee for testing at our studio.

Other Schools = No

Many schools will charge an additional testing fee every 3-4 months. This can range is price from $35 - $85 each test.

Can I Start Training Without Equipment?

Our students are not required to have a uniform and sparring equipment in order to start training.

River Valley = Yes!

When the student is ready they may get their uniform and sparring gear. We suggest waiting until the student is fully committed to sticking with it, before making this investment

Other Schools = No

Most schools will ask you to invest in uniforms and sparring gear before the student has their first class. This can cost an additional $50 for the uniform and $150 for the sparring gear.

Free Trial Program?

Are new students permitted to try class for free to see if they are going to like martial arts and they are comfortable with the studio and instructors?

River Valley = Yes!

All students coming to the studio receive their first 2 classes free.

Other Schools = No

Most school offer an introductory program that will cost between $30-$50.

~ Serving Ambridge and surrounding communities since 1991 ~

Please call us to schedule your first FREE introductory lesson and experience the difference!